For those wishing to try the latest offering in one of the oldest strategy RPG series in console history, Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn is now available at retailers across North America. Taking place three years after its predecessor, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, this game follows a band of freedom fighters known as the Dawn Brigade as they try to liberate their homeland from an evil, oppressive empire.

The North American release of Radiant Dawn also features 16:9 widescreen support for the first time, has fully voiced full-motion videos, and is the second-longest game in the series. It is available now for the Nintendo Wii for an MSRP of $49.99.

Also hitting shelves is Dragon Quest Monsters - Joker. Players can assemble teams of three monsters from among the more than 200 types of enemies. It also takes advantage of the Nintendo Wi-Fi connection, allowing players to send copies of their monster teams to friends to battle against.

.Dragon Quest Monsters - Joker is available now for Nintendo DS at a MSRP of $39.99. Check back later for full reviews of both games.